Breakfast with Santa at Plain & Fancy Farm
December 20
Enter the festively decorated venue and be greeted by the delicious aroma of breakfast favorites…there’s even a hot chocolate station! Visit with Santa and smile wide for professionally captured photos.
Breakfast with Santa at Barnyard Kingdom
November 29 & 30, December 6, 7, 13 & 14
Enjoy a hearty Farm-to-Fork breakfast, visit with Santa, and have a photo with him. Then, enjoy Barnyard Kingdom activities. Also available is a train ride to cut your own Christmas tree or just enjoy the ride around the farm.
Breakfast with Santa & Friends at Kitchen Kettle Village
November 29, December 6, 13 & 20
The magic is back...make your holidays merry & bright with a visit to Kitchen Kettle Village. Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast in the newly renovated Kling House Restaurant, caroling with our Holiday Elf, a fun scavenger hunt, and of course, be ready to share your holiday wish list with Santa and a few of his friends.
Dinner with Mrs. Claus and Yummie at Kitchen Kettle Village
November 28, December 5, December 12 & December 19
Add some magic to the hustle and bustle of the holidays and enjoy a special evening with Mrs. Claus and Yummie at the Kling House Restaurant.
Christmas Trains at Strasburg Rail Road
November 15 - December 24
Join the Strasburg Rail Road for one or more of their Christmas Trains! Each train has different options & dates, check them out: Santa's Paradise Express, Night Before Christmas, Christmas Tree Train, and Christmas Caboose Charter.
Santa’s Surprise Train at The Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad
Select dates November 29 - December 21
Sit back and relax during a ride through Swatara Creek Valley. Santa will make an appearance with gifts for children.
Polar Bear Express at The Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad
Select dates November 22 - December 21
All aboard to the North Pole to find Santa! The Conductor will share a special Christmas story with the kids, and at the North Pole, Santa will board the train with a special gifts!
Santa Express at Stone Gables Estate
Select dates November 21- December 23
Sing along to your favorite Christmas tunes as the replica steam locomotive winds its way through the Stone Gables Estate—Santa will make a surprise visit with a treat for each child!
Santa & Goats at Amish Farm & House
December 13
Visit the farm for a festive photo opportunity with Santa’s sleigh and baby goats, his charming little “helpers”. This year, make your family Christmas photo truly unique. And remember, it's a pet-loving farm, so bring along your furry companions to join in the festivities.
Dutch Winter Wonderland at Dutch Wonderland
Select nights November 15 - December 31
Take in thousands of twinkling lights as you wind your way through the kingdom to meet Santa.
The 2025 Christmas Show: Deck the Halls at American Music Theatre
Select dates November 7 - December 30
Witness the magic and splendor of American Music Theatre’s holiday celebration production.
Bird-in-Hand Christmas Village at Bird-in-Hand Bakery & Cafe
December 12 & 13
Meet Santa (and maybe some of his reindeer) during the festivities at Bird-in-Hand Christmas Village! Caroling, bonfires, and cookie decorating, plus a visit from Santa, will put you in the Christmas spirit!
Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Lancaster Central Market & City Square
November 28
Venture Downtown for the arrival of Santa, the lighting of the tree, and live entertainment!
Photos with Santa at Park City Center
November 14 - December 24
Don't miss Santa pictures at Park City Center! Walk-ups are welcome every day until closing time, or book ahead online.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve & Day in Lancaster, PA
Enjoy a holiday meal at one of these great restaurants!
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